Oh my Timelords... This is good, killed my emotions, but it's very good. It's actually a part of my headcannon that both Mycroft and Anthea battle with depression (though more Mycroft than Anthea, and him chronically so). Excellent job, I must say.

euphoracle chapter 1 . 1/17/2013

Powerful. I want to believe that they can come back from the crisis stronger than ever. Mycroft realizes he must stop cutting. Anthea feels better for telling her secret to Mycroft. They grow closer. That's what both of them need-a true friend (or more).